Police have said the Clapham chemical attack suspect’s injuries could be “fatal” if they remain untreated – as they revealed he was last seen crossing Vauxhall Bridge at 11pm and then walking along the river on the night of the incident.
In an update a week on from the attack, officers said the victim is still sedated in hospital and is “too poorly to speak” due to her “significant injuries”.
Police said the attack was being treated as attempted murder of the 33-year-old woman.
A £20,000 reward is on offer for information leading to the arrest of Abdul Shokoor Ezedi.
He has not been to hospital and hospitals remain on high alert.
He has been on the run since the attack involving a corrosive alkaline substance on Lessar Avenue near Clapham Common a week ago on Wednesday 31 January.
Twelve people were injured in the attack, including a mother, 31, and her two daughters, aged three and eight. The mother’s injuries are thought to be “life-changing”.
Police believe he has received help from others to stay undetected.
A 22-year-old man was arrested on Monday on suspicion of assisting an offender. He was taken into custody and later released on bail as police continued to investigate.
The Metropolitan Police manhunt for Ezedi has been assisted by the British Transport Police and officers with Northumbria Police in Newcastle, where he lived.
A team of more than 100 officers has been dedicated to the investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Met’s 24/7 hotline on 020 7175 2784 – or for an immediate sighting dial 999.
Police have previously warned Ezedi could be dangerous and should not be approached.
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